Telecommunications
Telecommunications news covering 5G networks, broadband infrastructure, connectivity solutions, and telecom industry developments in Saudi Arabia and the region.
Airalo, World’s Largest eSIM Marketplace, Surpasses 10 Million Users, Launches B2B Platform for Resellers and Corporates
Dubai, UAE — May 29, 2024 — Airalo announced today that it has surpassed the 10 million users mark, underscoring its position as the world’s largest eSIM marketplace. Alongside this achievement, the tech company proudly unveiled its latest innovation, Airalo Partners, an all-in-one B2B and B2C platform for travel agents, resellers, and corporates worldwide. This milestone […]
Neo Space Group and Display Interactive Partner to Deliver State-of-the-Art Inflight Experiences to Passengers with Skywaves® and SkyFly
Riyadh, May 31, 2024 – Neo Space Group (NSG), a Public Investment Fund (PIF) global space services company, and Display Interactive (DI), a leading in-flight entertainment and connectivity solutions provider, announced today the advanced Skywaves® satellite connectivity system for airlines, and SkyFly end user portal which will transform in-flight passenger experiences. The introduction of Skywaves®, under the […]
Introducing The World’s First AI Call Scanner by Truecaller: The Fastest & Most Accurate AI Voice Scam Detection System
(BUSINESS WIRE) — Three seconds! That’s how much of your voice an AI voice synthesizer needs to generate a complete clone of your voice. Illegitimate voice cloning and speech synthesis technologies are improving at an incalculable rate of change and are, unfortunately, already commoditized and ubiquitous. This next wave of AI scams will prey on […]
PIF launches Neo Space Group (NSG) to boost Saudi Arabia’s satellite and space industries
PIF today announced the establishment of the Neo Space Group (NSG), a wholly owned PIF company that will become a national champion in the satellite and space sector. NSG will enhance the space and satellite sector by developing local capabilities and boosting its strategic position within the growing global space economy. The group aims to […]
GSMA MWC Shanghai 2024 set to gather global innovators, creators and business leaders.
29 May 2024, London: MWC Shanghai, the leading connectivity event in the Asia Pacific region, is returning to Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC) and Kerry Hotel Pudong from 26 – 28 June 2024. Attendees and exhibitors will convene for a dynamic agenda of keynote sessions, conference tracks and showcases across five halls, including Future Tech […]
Ericsson tops Frost Radar™ 5G network infrastructure market ranking for fourth year running
For the fourth consecutive year, Ericsson has been ranked as the leader in the Frost Radar™ 5G Network Infrastructure Market 2024 analysis, highlighting the impact of the company’s strategy to meet the evolving needs of communications service providers (CSPs). Maintaining top ranking in the Frost Radar™ report over the past years has shown that Ericsson’s […]
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Dell Technologies and Ericsson form strategic partnership to accelerate telecom network cloud transformation
Dell Technologies (NYSE: DELL) and Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) announce a strategic partnership to combine their deep industry expertise with telecom software, solutions and support, to guide communications service providers (CSPs) through their radio access network (RAN) cloud transformation journeys. CSPs are looking to network cloud and operations transformation to achieve improved economics and agility, while […]
Cisco 2024 Trends: Hybrid Work Model is Here to Stay
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – May 21, 2024 — Cisco recently announced key insights into the future of hybrid collaboration and workplace trends. As businesses continue to navigate the shift towards hybrid work environments, Cisco’s latest predictions highlight the transformative impact of AI-driven collaboration technologies and the evolving challenges of cybersecurity. As the global workforce continues its transition […]
Aiming to Expand Its 5G Network and Enhance Digital Services for Customers and Businesses
Zain KSA Secures SAR 1.625 Billion Supplier Financing from Al Rajhi Bank Zain KSA, the leading provider of communications and digital services in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, announced the signing of a supplier financing agreement worth SAR 1.625 billion with Al Rajhi Bank to invest in expanding its 5G network and strengthening its infrastructure […]
Juniper Networks Assures Exceptional Wired and Wireless Experiences with Continuous Learning, Expanded Digital Experience Twinning and Simplified Access Control
New AI-Native Networking capabilities continue to set the bar for proactive insight and automation, extending Juniper’s AI for Networking leadership SUNNYVALE, Calif. – May 17, 2024 – Juniper Networks® (NYSE: JNPR), a leader in secure, AI-Native Networking, announced new and unique additions to its premier AI-Native Networking Platform that set the bar for proactive insight and automation, driving even more value into […]
Middle East Glasses-free 3D Industry Initiative Announced at 2024 SAMENA Leaders’ Summit
[Dubai, UAE, May 17, 2024] During the SAMENA Telecommunications Council Leaders’ Summit 2024, the Middle East Glasses-free 3D Industry Initiative was announced by Zain Group, Omantel, LAiPIC AI, LITITONG, LANSHEN 3D, and others. This initiative seeks to standardize glasses-free 3D technologies, build ecosystem capabilities, and incubate innovative applications using 5G and 5G-A, artificial intelligence (AI), and computing network […]
Huawei and IEEE UAE Section Crown Student from the University of Dubai as the Winner of the Imagine Wi-Fi 7 Contest
Baku, Azerbaijan, May 16, 2024: Huawei hosted the awards ceremony for the first ‘Imagine Wi-Fi 7’ Innovative Application Contest in the Middle East and Central Asia (ME&CA) on the sidelines of the Huawei Tech Carnival in Baku, Azerbaijan. Mohammed Suleiman from the University of Dubai was awarded the winning prize for the regional contest launched in March this year. The […]
Zain KSA to invest SAR 1.6 billion for 5G network expansion in the Kingdom
Aiming to enhance digital experiences by expanding to 122 cities and governorates, Zain KSA is injecting SAR 1.6 billion to expand its infrastructure, 5G network, and digital services ecosystem. Part of an integrated expansion plan, this step aligns with Zain KSA’s strategy to achieve digital inclusion across the Kingdom and enable an advanced digital infrastructure […]
Huawei Cloud TechWave Summit 2024: Innovative Cloud Solutions and Programs Launched to Accelerate Intelligence across Middle East and Central Asia
[Baku, Azerbaijan, May 15, 2024] With the theme of “Accelerate Intelligence with Everything as a Service”, Huawei Cloud TechWave Summit 2024 was held in Baku, Azerbaijan, on May 15. At the event, a series of new launches, innovative cloud services, and programs were introduced by Huawei Cloud, such as Huawei Cloud AI Video Service Technical White […]
Huawei, in collaboration with the SAMENA Telecommunications Council and stc, leads discussions on telecom cyber security resilience at SAMENA Leaders’ Summit 2024
Dubai, UAE, May 14, 2024: Huawei, in collaboration with the SAMENA Telecommunications Council and stc, hosted a roundtable on cyber security during the SAMENA Leaders’ Summit 2024, the annual telecom industry leadership gathering held in Dubai. Focused on the theme of “Building Telecom Cyber Resilience to Protect Business in the Digital Era”, the session was attended by […]
Redefining Data Storage in the Data Awakening Era
[Baku, Azerbaijan, May 14, 2024] At Huawei Innovative Data Infrastructure Forum 2024 in Baku, themed “Data Awakening: Building Leading AI-Ready Data Infrastructure”, Dr. Peter Zhou, Vice President of Huawei and President of Huawei Data Storage Product Line, stole the show with a speech about “Redefining Data Storage in the Data Awakening Era”. Dr. Zhou envisioned the […]
5G-Advanced to Herald a New Era of Digital Innovation and Intelligence in the Middle East
Dubai, UAE, May 14, 2024: Global ICT leaders gathered at the 5G-Advanced (5G-A) Leaders’ Forum in Dubai, UAE, to jointly delve into the multifaceted progression from 5G to 5G-Advanced, examining both the technological advancements and the practical implications of this transition. Held at the SAMENA Leaders’ Summit, the 5G-A Leaders’ Forum charted the course for the […]
Huawei Network Summit 2024 (Middle East and Central Asia): Huawei Launches Xinghe Intelligent Network to Accelerate Digital-Intelligent Development in the Middle East and Central Asia
[Baku, Azerbaijan, May 14, 2024] Huawei held the Middle East and Central Asia leg of its Network Summit 2024 in Baku, Azerbaijan. The event brought together more than 1,000 thought leaders, industry experts, and ecosystem partners to explore the development trends and best practices of intelligent networks in the new era. At the summit, Huawei […]
stc Group’s Intigral and Taif Municipality join forces to combat visual pollution
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – May 13, 2024 – Under the patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Saud bin Nahar bin Saud Al Saud, Governor of Taif, Intigral, the subsidiary of stc Group and MENA’s leading digital entertainment provider, announced today a strategic partnership with the Municipality of Taif region to remove satellite dishes in urban areas and replace them with […]
Zain KSA reports revenue of SAR 2.5 billion in Q1 2024
Posting a 4.7% growth from Q1 2023 Zain KSA announced the financial results for the first quarter of 2024, with revenue of SAR 2.5 billion, an increase of 4.7% compared to the same period in 2023. Zain KSA reported a net profit of SAR 67 million compared to SAR 1.1 billion in the first quarter […]
A Heartwarming World: HUAWEI XMAGE Global Exhibition Officially Launched
Alriyadh, 9 May 2024: Huawei opened its first-ever HUAWEI XMAGE Global Exhibition, titled “A Heartwarming World – 12 Years of Huawei Photography” on May 8th, 2024, at Alserkal Avenue, the cultural district of Dubai, UAE, marking the largest photography exhibition in Huawei’s history. HUAWEI XMAGE Awards 2024, the annual competition that celebrates Huawei’s open platform for […]
Kirisun to unveil next-generation DMR and PTToC solutions at CCW 2024 in Dubai
Dubai, UAE – 9 May 2024: Kirisun, a pioneer in mission and business-critical communication solutions, is gearing up to captivate audiences at the Critical Communications World (CCW) 2024 in Dubai – announcing that its state-of-the-art digital mobile radio (DMR) and push-to-talk over cellular (PTToC) solutions will be showcased at the event. Taking place from 14-16 May at […]